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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1902
Page
8
The Anaconda Standard publishes daily and Sunday editions with subscription rates in advance. Rates vary by duration and edition size, with rates for Europe and foreign destinations noted. Offices listed include Missoula Great Falls and Washington Bureau with multiple newsstand locations.
A reader reports rumors of diamonds in Fergus county and contrasts claims from Tiffany with notes from Lewiston denying real diamonds. The piece notes speculative excitement amid cold weather and hints at a broader push toward prospecting in the Judith Basin region.
A retrospective on King Edward's first year notes wartime strain in South Africa and domestic discontent. Memorial services mark Queen Victoria's death anniversary at Frogmore with royal attendance while London endures courtly formality and pomp amid a somber year.
An analysis notes that sovereignty shifting from queen to king carries little practical impact on Britain’s government. England is run by a cabinet as the executive, with the monarch mainly a ceremonial figure and decorative element in King Edward’s realm.
Anaconda's city council faces ongoing turmoil described as a monster travesty. Citizens refrain from comment as the issue is seen as a long running condition, offering little chance for open policy discussion while authorities hope for eventual repair and a return to normal.
The article discusses the secrecy of wireless telegraphy. Signor Marconi argues that tuned instruments receive only messages from the matching sender. It notes steamships use a common pitch for distress calls, allowing any ship nearby to hear if needed.
The piece denounces an order by Indian Commissioner Jones to ban long hair and face painting among Indians, threatening imprisonment for noncompliance. It argues the policy misreads Indian culture, comparing hair norms and facial decoration with white customs and warning it could spark conflict while highlighting native resistance.
District of Columbia commissioners push plans to move inauguration day to a more genial season. They argue the weather in early March makes the capital unattractive, and the new administrations could date festivities to improve pageantry and appeal.
Discussion considers amending the federal constitution to move inauguration day. States must act before any shift, with Montana possibly approving a change to avoid harsh weather and forced oath taking.
The article notes Ohio native Mr. Allison has just been elected to a sixth term in the federal senate. A long political career spans from his 34-year-old entry to the House during Lincoln era, four terms in Congress, then Senate since 1873. At 73, he is portrayed as influential, noncommittal, and loyal to the GOP ship.
In Washington six weeks ago dressmaker Ada Dennis was found unconscious with head injuries. Doctors say recovery is possible but her memory is blank for the attack and events from bedtime to awakening in hospital. The case adds sensational mystery as she cannot aid police with clues.
Washington society debates a tale that William Wetmore faced disgrace over an alleged lunch invitation to King Edward. Wetmore denies the episode, while gossips insist the affair involves Secretary Hay and Lord Pauncefote. Other chatter covers Panama Nicaragua, Chilean christenings, and academic disputes.
The New York Commercial Advertiser notes a striking parallel between American and British conduct in war. H W Wilson’s Fortnightly Review comparison links Philippine campaigns with the South African War, citing bungled preparation, home front naivete, and flawed reinforcements as common faults.
A collection of sharp social and political quips referencing Evanston, St. Louis, Prince Henry, Roosevelt, Lord Kitchener, Sir Thomas Lipton, and Palma among others. The remarks touch on church, journalism, international alliances, Panama, Cuba, and race in a brisk, satirical tone.
James J. Hill in the Chicago Second Herald argues competition does not lower railroad rates. He stops short of claiming water will flow uphill, acknowledging limits to market pressure.
The Hon Webster Davis has formally announced his retirement from political life as the public grows indifferent to the hole through which Web disappeared.
The Minneapolis Times notes that Senator Mason continually cites fresh reasons to end his career as a statesman on March 31 1903.
The Atlanta Constitution reports Governor Shaw cannot assume the treasury portfolio as soon as he had anticipated, signaling a delay in his planned reshuffle and triggering questions about timing.
A clipping notes that Mrs Shaw erred in calculating arrangements with milliners. The error affected sourcing hats and decorations for a social event, causing delays and reorders among suppliers.
The president has been dining Attorney General Knox, possibly to ready him for action against gigantic trusts.
The Minneapolis Journal lauds Mr. Heinze's dinner dance in Butte as the warmest achievement the town could have staged without a fight, noting the event's friendly spirit and local enthusiasm.
Portland column notes Secretary Shaw was born in a log cabin and rose to the cabinet, the highest honor he has attained, highlighting his humble origins and ascent in public service.
In Chicago News, Neely reportedly planned to annex Cuba when police intervened and arrested him, halting the scheme. The report frames the arrest as a clampdown on a bold, improvised political move in the capital.
The Baltimore American notes that Mr Kipling could face conscription in South Africa and jokes that it would be no joke if he were drafted into Britain’s army.
A Boston Herald note clarifies that Mr. Bryan’s conquering nation has no relation to Carrie, disputing rumor and separating political identity from personal ties.
News notes include Donna Josepha Ortiz de Dominguez honored with a statue in Playa Santa Domingo, Herman Ruess celebrating golden wedding in Cleveland, Jay Cooke’s Ogontz relics and a painting, General Wood’s Havana gas price decree, and chronicles of Sarah Kimar Ghosh. Also mentions Kermit Roosevelt fishing near the White House aquarium, Levi Coffin monument drive in Indianapolis, and Coffin’s Civil War Underground Railroad work.
A nervous amateur chauffeur discusses the high cost of repairs claiming bills for a smashed milk wagon a dog cart wheel and two bicycles. The exchange centers on the sizable charges faced this week and the need to cover damage expenses.
The piece surveys high society quirks and cultural fodder from an arm missing Venus to a butterfly-dancing marquis in Wales. It notes Melba trunk thefts and Empress Eugenie memoirs, with courtesies at U S diplomatic receptions as Mrs Clover bows to President Roosevelt.
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